YMCA Virtual Briefing Recap
Thank you for your interest in last week’s Virtual Briefing: YMCA CRS + YMCA YFS Respond to COVID-19. Our work thrives on relationships – with families in our programs, with […]
Virtual Membership – Work Out Anywhere, Anytime
ARE YOU UP FOR THE CHALLENGE? In these unprecedented times dealing with the global COVID-19 pandemic, it remains our mission to support your health and well-being. Thats why the Y’s first […]
Y Kids News: Earth Day Edition
Week of April 20, 2020 Y KIDS NEWS When school’s out, the Y is in! We hope you enjoy this edition of Y Kids News, a newsletter with games and […]
Sweet Asian Cucumber Salad
COVID-19 has significantly impacted the local food supply. Daycare centers and child care homes may be experiencing food shortages, while school and restaurant closures may cause a food surplus for […]
Let’s Eat Local!
COVID-19 has significantly impacted the local food supply. Daycare centers and child care homes may be experiencing food shortages, while school and restaurant closures may cause a food surplus for […]
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES: A GUIDE TO PROTECTIVE FACTORS
Families may face new challenges as communities around the world respond to COVID-19. Caregivers may face more anxiety, uncertainty, economic pressure, or demands on their time. This stress can impact […]
Strengthening Families: Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
KNOWLEDGE OF PARENTING & CHILD DEVELOPMENT: Understanding child development and parenting strategies that support physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development; building confidence in “knowing what my child needs as […]
Strengthening Families: Concrete Supports in Times of Need
Concrete Support in Times of Need: Access to concrete support and services that address a family’s needs and help minimize stress caused by challenges. Every family needs help sometimes, especially […]
Strengthening Families: Social Connections
SOCIAL CONNECTIONS: Positive relationships that provide emotional, informational, and spiritual support. With “social distancing” guidelines, it is easy to feel isolated and overwhelmed. Being physically apart is necessary, and staying […]
Strengthening Families: Social and Emotional Competence of Children
SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE IN CHILDREN: Family/child relationships help children develop the ability to recognize and regulate their emotions, express themselves and interact with others. Relationships shape young children’s learning. […]